§ 5-2.214. Administrative Fines.

A violation of any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the mandatory requirements of this chapter, may result in the issuance of an administrative citation and the City may, at its discretion, seek an administrative fine of up to one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).

A.

Each violation of any provision of this chapter shall constitute a separate and distinct violation for each and every day during which any violation of any provision of this chapter is committed, continued or permitted by such person.

B.

Notice of the assessed fine shall be served by certified mail with the legal violation and supporting facts. The notice shall contain an advisement of the right to file an appeal and the process for contesting the imposition of the fine with the City. The appeal process and timeline shall follow those procedures and timelines set forth in Modesto Municipal Code Section 1-6.502 through 1-6.508.

C.

If an appeal is not filed and the fine is not paid within thirty (30) days from either the date of the notice of fine or a notice of determination from the Hearing Officer, the fine may be referred to a collection agency within or external of the City.

D.

Any outstanding amounts owed to the City may be recovered through a lien against any real property owned by the offending party or a personal obligation lien against the offending party.

(Added by Ord. 3642-C.S., § 1, effective 3-24-16)